Michael Joseph Tackett

MICHAEL JOSEPH TACKETT, 60, of Mabelvale, departed this life Oct. 15, 2015. He was born June 11, 1955 to Sonny Tackett and Constance Sandefer Tackett. He was the greatest husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and overall human being on the planet. He loved golf, football, martial arts, drawing, spending time with his grandkids, and aggravating his family with his sarcastic wit. He was preceded in death by his father, Sonny; and brother, Mark Tackett. He is survived by his loving wife, Zean; two daughters, Erin Cates (Derek) and Ashley Ha (Alex); one son, Michael J, Tackett Jr.; two grandchildren, Ashlyn and Michael Cates; mother, Constance Wright (Bob); brother, Russell Tackett; stepmother, Theresa Tackett; his previous wife, Debra Andry; and a host of other family and friends who all loved him and will miss him dearly. Graveside service on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at Forest Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org. To sign online guestbook visit: www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.